Swimming!

We took Jack swimming for the second time. He was a little in-different about it but we think he was not 100% after getting his vaccines on Friday. But he was very good and handled it all so well! I was thrilled to be out in the pool and enjoying the summer, not-too-hot weather! And, how is it that Jack and Henry were both ready to go at the SAME time...it was meant to be!

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The Many Faces of Jack

This speaks for itself. Click the image to view larger.

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6 Months Old!

Jack has now officially reached half a year of life! We are still amazed at how much he has changed. No wonder the first birthday is such a big deal.

He continues to remain "long and lean" but very healthy at his doctor appointments. He was so great at his last appointment, even with a shortened nap. He loves to smile at people, even the new ones. This was about the only smile from him that morning. He was feeling somewhat in-different about photos that day.

Recent things about Jack's world:
1. He's almost sitting up...just a little support. And if only he could reach things without worrying about the back end of his body, he'd be good.
2. He now has a sippy cup. We've stolen his first one from Henry and he loves it. He even holds it himself, just can't quite tilt it up high enough.
3. He held his bottle and put it in his mouth for the first time yesterday!
4. He reached for mom at church this weekend. Actually *reached.*
5. And the top advancement of our little one, RASPBERRIES! Restaurants...church...at home...in the car...doesn't matter when or where. This kid loves to blow raspberries. His face actually gets strained when doing them. He's serious about it.

Baby food and baby-proofing...here we come!

We're Hungry.

Whenever we may think it's time for another baby, we'll look back at this video first. This is Edward enacting the "5 S's" to calm Jack (The Happiest Baby on the Block...we strongly recommend it!). Wow how things have changed! And look how miniature he is!

And for those who don't remember why Edward is wearing a glove,
he had recently burnt his hand while on a trip to see his grandfather.

Famous Quotes...by Edward

Tonight we were looking back at the early days with Jack...video of him at 6 weeks old. He pretty much just sat there and looked cute. And then Edward said this:

"And we were so happy with him then...I don't think I'd be as happy now. I mean do something...smile!"

Ah, it's amazing how quickly we adapt to his changes. He's such a different baby than he was a few months ago. It goes fast!

Jack Laughing

Jack thinks it's hilarious when Edward throws his hat at him.
We've taken a few videos of it and he just cracks up. It's a little dark online but still fun.

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Jack's New Favorite Thing

Jack has discovered how to make raspberries with his lips. The other day, he did it for a while. You can see his shirt is soaking from all the spit. And after Henry came over the other day, it seems that Jack taught Henry how to do it, too!

Jack and Henry

It's fun to see Jack and Henry interacting a little more with each other. We took this video of them on the floor. Henry couldn't take his eyes off the camera and Jack couldn't seem to win his attention but was having fun! There's also a few pics from when Kadie came to babysit and they spent a little time together before Jack went to bed.

Henry & Jack

Best friends in the making

Hey! This guy is kind of like me! Does that hurt?

Baby Photos 2

Here's a couple of photos of Edward as a baby next to Jack photos. He's a bit older in the 10 month one so we'll have to update it when we get there. :) Edward definitely had more hair at 5 months old but you can still tell Jack's his son!
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Baby Photos

We get a lot of people saying that Jack looks just like either Edward or me. I decided to post a couple photos of when I was a baby next to ones of Jack. I think there's definitely a resemblance! (Photos of Edward has been harder to track down at the moment...)
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